Mine Engineering
Service Overview
Our Mine Engineering division delivers an integrated suite of services that optimize every facet of mining operations. From open pit and underground design and planning—using cutting-edge software for efficient scheduling, cost estimation, and transition analysis—to comprehensive geological and geotechnical assessments that enhance resource estimation and pit mapping, we provide the technical foundation for successful mining projects. This is complemented by rigorous economic and financial evaluations, operational assistance with advanced analytics and efficiency strategies, detailed simulation studies to refine production logistics, and expert mine ventilation solutions ensuring safe, sustainable working environments.
Key Features
Benefits
Our Capabilities
Open Pit Mine Design, Planning, and Engineering
Innovative and cost-effective solutions from early-stage feasibility through to operational optimization
- Engineering studies at all stages
- Strategic planning of economic cut-off grades and production rate analysis
- Mine design, optimization, and scheduling using software packages
- Mining strategy development, implementation, and optimization
- Operating cost, labour productivity, and manpower requirement estimation
- Capital expenditure estimation
- Open pit to underground transition analysis
Underground Mine Design, Planning, and Engineering
Tailored solutions for subterranean operations that drive efficiency and safety
- Engineering studies at all stages
- Strategic planning of economic cut-off grades and production rate analysis
- Life of Mine Plan Optimization
- Drill and blast design and fragmentation analysis
- Ventilation system modelling and design
- Equipment and manpower requirement estimation
- Operating and capital cost benchmarking and first principles cost modeling
- Open pit to underground transition analysis
- Due diligence reviews
- Operational reviews and assistance
Mining Geology for Planning and Optimization
Essential geological insights that underpin effective mine planning and operational success
- Geotechnical mapping and modelling
- Geometallurgical assessment and modeling
- Structural analysis and advanced 3D modelling
- Near-mine geophysics and exploration targeting
- Resource estimation
- Pit and underground mapping
- Grade control system and process design
- Sampling and reconciliation audits
- Site-based structural geology training
Mining Economics and Finance
Independent, data-driven framework to assess and maximize the economic potential of mining projects
- Independent asset valuation at all stages of project development
- Technical studies used for mineral resources and ore reserve reporting and in numerous regulatory and capital market submissions
- Benchmarking for comparative cost of production analysis
- Financial modelling for comparative assessments of economic performance
- Independent verification of project value and model audits for due diligence purposes
Mining Operation Assistance
Expert support to enhance operational performance and streamline mining processes
- Grade control and geometallurgical analysis
- Data analytics of mining efficiencies
- Mine to Mill optimization
- Simulation of complex environments to improve efficiency
- Ventilation optimization
- Backfill management
- Decarbonization strategies (including power savings and waste management)
Mine Simulation
Advanced analytical tools to replicate complex mining environments and improve operational decision-making
- Ore and waste handling evaluation
- Lateral development and shaft sinking rate studies
- Block cave development, construction, and production analysis
- Crusher and skipping capacity investigation
- Fleet optimization and truck ramp haulage and traffic analysis
- Safety-significant workplace environment trade-off studies
- Continuous mechanical excavation assessment
- Bin and storage capacity optimization
- People and material logistics studies
- Cut and fill, room and pillar, open stope, and open pit mining analysis
Mine Ventilation
Safe and efficient underground environment solutions ensuring optimal air quality and operational safety
- Sophisticated ventilation modelling and design solutions
- Airflow optimization for unique mine requirements
- Hazard mitigation in compliance with industry standards
- Advanced simulation techniques and real-time monitoring
- Energy efficiency enhancement
- Regulatory adherence support
- Healthier and more productive working environment promotion
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